South · Atlantic Flyway
Are There Black-chinned Hummingbirds in Florida?
No — Black-chinned Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Florida; any sighting there is a rare stray. Archilochus alexandri · Trochilidae
Is the Black-chinned Hummingbird Found in Florida?
Black-chinned Hummingbirds are not regularly found in Florida. eBird holds only 1,007 Florida records of this species for 2020–2024, a tiny fraction of the state's checklists — the pattern of occasional strays, not a local population. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Black-chinned Hummingbirds occur regularly are Texas (about 970 miles away), Oklahoma (about 970 miles away) and New Mexico (about 1,440 miles away).
Often mistaken for Black-chinned Hummingbirds in Florida: Ruby-throated Hummingbird — these occur regularly in Florida, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Black-chinned Hummingbird.
Black-chinned Hummingbird is a North American backyard bird.
In Florida, this species is classified as rare. It is primarily a winter visitor to Florida. The best months to observe this bird are January, February, March, November, December. Peak activity occurs in February, December.
Monthly Activity — Black-chinned Hummingbird in Florida
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Black-chinned Hummingbird in Florida
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Black-chinned Hummingbird in other states
Black-chinned Hummingbird in Florida: Quick Facts
The Black-chinned Hummingbird (Archilochus alexandri) is a rarely seen bird in Florida. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the South region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.
The best months to spot this species in Florida are January, February, March, November, December. For birders in Miami and throughout Florida, knowing the seasonal patterns of Black-chinned Hummingbird can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Florida using the related birds section.